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Mo Abudu joins Int’l Emmys board

Mo Abudu

Mo Abudu, the CEO of Nigerian production studio EbonyLife Media and a proponent of African storytelling, has been selected to join the International Emmys’ board of directors.

Commenting on her appointment to the awards organisation’s board, Abudu said she would use her platform to boost Africa’s growing creative economy, stating her belief that the International Emmys can be instrumental in highlighting Africa’s distinctive narratives and advancing its creative industries on a global scale.

“I am deeply moved and incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support I’ve received following my appointment to the board of directors of the International Emmys. It’s truly a humbling honour to join this esteemed board alongside distinguished members of the global TV and film industry,” Abudu said.

“As I step into this new role, I am filled with enthusiasm to use this platform to uplift Africa’s burgeoning creative economy in every way possible. With a rich history dating back to the early days of global television, the organisation has played a vital role in recognising and celebrating excellence in programming from around the world. It’s an honour to contribute to this prestigious institution’s mission of fostering international collaboration and showcasing the very best in television.”

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BBC World’s Africa Eye doc up for Emmy

Africa Eye: The Baby Stealers

Kenyan series Africa Eye: The Baby Stealers, which airs on the BBC World Service, has been nominated for the International Emmys in the News & Current Affairs category alongside other nominees from Brazil, Qatar, Russia, the Netherlands and UK.

The news was announced by the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (IATAS), which recognises excellence in television produced outside of the US, as well as US primetime programmes produced in languages other than English.

Africa Eye: The Baby Stealers is a BBC investigation that was launched a month ago to investigate child trafficking in Kenya. It reveals the existence of a secretive but thriving illegal market for stolen babies.

According to the IATAS, the team infiltrated and exposed three prolific child trafficking networks that stretch from one of Nairobi’s poorest slums to one of Kenya’s biggest government hospitals.

Bruce Paisner, president and CEO of IATAS, said: “As the world continues to grapple with the pandemic and unrest in every place, access to reliable news is more crucial than ever. We salute the outstanding work and great courage of our nominees for reporting on difficult and sensitive matters, despite the global health crisis and many other obstacles thrown at them.”

The International Emmy winners will be recognised alongside their American news peers during an online ceremony on September 28.

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